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The basement of my home wasn’t always a baby photo studio… not by a long shot. This space has gone through MANY iterations during its time, from a cement-floored storage space, to a fully outfitted apartment that housed a nursing student for a couple of years and then a young married couple who was saving […]

Baby Photo Studio | Burtonsville, MD

April 5, 2024

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spring newborn session and tulips

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I love all things baby. If it has to do with a baby, I want to be involved. Photographing them has become second nature to me. It’s weird how I always have nerves before photographing maternity sessions or family sessions but baby sessions never make me nervous. I think it’s because the maternity and family […]

Three Month Milestone Photos

March 30, 2024

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baby girl in a cream jumper lays on her back in an earth-toned Moses basket; three month milestone photos

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Liz Viernes Photography has been in business for seven years and in that time, while I have had some client issues that needed to be resolved, I have *never* had an unsatisfied customer (really hoping I’m not jinxing myself here). Providing outstanding customer service is definitely something to be proud of and something that I […]

Outstanding Customer Service

February 17, 2024

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family portraits with white sheer curtains in the background

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Becoming a parent is a whirlwind of emotions, late-night feedings, and adorable baby giggles. Amidst the chaos, it’s easy to forget just how quickly these tiny humans grow and change. That’s where baby milestone photos come to the rescue, freezing those precious moments in time. Let’s dive into the enchanting world of capturing the milestones […]

Baby Milestone Photos | Columbia, MD

February 10, 2024

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baby milestone photos include baby girl in various newborn photos

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As a former postpartum and newborn nurse, I have channeled my love of all things baby away from clinical nurse practice and into photography. If you want to see me thrilled, schedule a baby photoshoot with me and watch me turn into a bucket of joy, doing what I love best. There are all kinds […]

Baby Photoshoot | Silver Spring, MD

January 20, 2024

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Fresh 48 baby photoshoot - newborn in hospital bassinet

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Beautiful baby photography is utterly timeless, an art form that captures the hearts of parents and photographers alike, and is appreciated for a lifetime. From the gentle curve of a baby’s cheek to the sparkle in their eyes, those precious features that belong to your little one are treasures waiting to be preserved. In this […]

Beautiful Baby Photography | Maryland Baby Photographer

September 24, 2023

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A dainty baby girl in pink dress, knee socks, and brown leather shoes sits on a white wooden bed prop in front of a window with sheer white curtains.

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Several months back, one of my past clients sent me a direct message on instagram about Heirloom portraits. Random: Is this a portrait style you offer? Under the message, she linked a website that had the most darling images of a little one and an idea was born. This client went on to write: I’m […]

Heirloom Portraits | DMV

July 6, 2023

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Heirloom Portraits - set of three siblings

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Creating connection with a baby client is essential for capturing beautiful, unforgettable photographs and that is my goal Every Time I photograph a baby. Some ages are easier than others to work with (*cough* 6-8 month sitters *cough*) but it’s definitely not impossible to make a connection with any little that comes for a photo […]

Creating Connection in Baby Photography

March 28, 2023

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Creating connection in baby photography - baby photo studio

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To be fully transparent, my Word of the Year *started* out as friendship…and just this morning it morphed into CONNECTIONS. I’m on the verge of tears again as I type this because it’s just amazing how pouring into people and truly connecting reaps such benefits, over and over, to everyone involved. This blog post virtually […]

Word of the Year | Connections

March 7, 2023

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Family photos that show connections

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As a photographer, I always love the opportunity to capture the special bond between loved ones. That’s why I was so excited when Nadine decided to use the Savage Mill Studio for her family’s photo session. I don’t advertise that I do family photography but I’m always happy to do a family session for repeat […]

Sunny Savage Mill Studio

January 24, 2023

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siblings in front of big windows at Savage Mill Studio